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Accessibility

Screen Readers 101: Designers & Developers

I want to talk about something that's fundamental to digital accessibility but is often misunderstood – screen readers. Screen readers are one of the most effective tools for making websites and applications accessible to people who are blind or living with a visual impairment. However, for designers and developers just starting out with accessibility, screen readers might seem a little… mysterious. How do they work? What design principles should you follow with them in mind? What considerations need to be taken when writing the code? I'll use this guide to provide what I can to help get you started.
AI

Local LLMs and Quantum Computing

While today's powerful AI large language models require vast data centers for operation, rapid advancements in model optimization and the potential of quantum computing are changing the landscape. These innovations could lead to a future where powerful, personalized AI systems are accessible and able to run directly on our own devices. This could lead to significant implications for society, the job market, and increased ethical considerations.
Accessibility

The False Promise of Accessibility Overlays

Digital accessibility has been gaining the attention it deserves, and it's encouraging to see organizations and agencies prioritize it. However, as it becomes an urgent focus, many are turning to what vendors present as a silver bullet: automated overlay solutions that promise instant compliance with minimal effort. These third-party tools typically inject JavaScript code into the website to modify its content and functionality in real time.
Creativity

Inktober: Embracing the Power of Ink and Creativity

Do you enjoy creating for the sake of creating? Me too. There's something special about putting pen to paper. Each stroke is thoughtful, deliberate, and carries a sense of permanence. Unlike my typical tools of a code editor, Photoshop and a web browser (or digital creations), where every mistake can be erased with a click, creating in ink demands commitment.

pixel negotiator

pixel "pusher" just sounds like it isn’t fun. I excel at what I do because I have a desire to focus on the details.

innovation driven

developing new solutions through experimentation using simple concepts combined with strong details.

what i do

develop clean, modern, functional, data-driven—or just plain awesome—solutions, that’s what I do!

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